Steven Adams, from suffering to rebirth with the Rockets
True rock of the racket Rockets, Steven Adams still went through a period that ” it was not easy ” and even ” difficult » at a certain time.
It all started in January 2023, in the Grizzly Era, when he injured his knee. A sprained posterior cruciate ligament should sideline him for three to five weeks, but will force him out for … nine months. then, operation this same ACL will force him to sit out the 2023/24 season.
Mentally tested
Returning in October 2024, Stephen Adams has since moved from Memphis to Houston and, in the meantime, he has stepped up his efforts to become an impact player once again on a major Western Conference team.
« It’s a bit like taking an exam » he detailsabout his long period of convalescence (and interrogation). ” You will be more mentally exhausted than physically. It was just walking, not like you were pushing 500 pounds in the gym or anything like that. Mentally, you end up exhausted from anything that requires you to concentrate on finding the right behaviors and repeating them in a healthy and effective way. »
A colossus of more than 2 meters 10 and 120 kilograms, Steven Adams was humbled by this injury, but above all he had to learn to be patient, because his progress was not the fastest.
« There were joint mobility exercises that took a long time to return. You can advance one or two degrees in two months. It’s small, but it’s still huge “he confides. ” So, first of all, it is a matter of redefining what victory is and knowing how to be satisfied with it. Then, as you progress, learn how to become more efficient in your movements. »
Sacrifices necessary to last
At 32 years old, Steven Adams has once again become one of the best players in the league with the Rockets, where his offensive rebounding remains incredible. But above all, he enjoys seeing how much he has improved his body in a year and a half.
« Everyone will get excited about slam dunks, but I see the biggest difference when I push myself in the gym. » he adds. ” When I ask myself if I can put myself in a certain position and effectively change it. This will ensure that you avoid certain situations where you risk re-injuring yourself. It’s all about proper movement. »
A particularly valued veteran in the Texas locker room, Ime Udoka praises ” son leadership “and his side” direct » while Kevin Durant loves his sense of sacrifice », Stephen Adams now hopes that his work will help him stay in the NBA for a long time. And in Houston, where he extended last summer.
« It’s a never-ending job. You have to deal with the rest of your life » he admits at first. ” But I love playing and being part of this team, so that’s the price I have to pay to keep working. »
| Steven Adams | Percentage | Rebounds | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saison | The team | MJ | Min | Shots | 3pts | LF | Off | Def | That | Pd | Ft | Int | Bp | Ct | Pts |
| 2013-14 | OKC | 81 | 14:47 | 50.3 | 58.1 | 1.8 | 2.3 | 4.1 | 0.5 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 3.3 | |
| 2014-15 | OKC | 70 | 25:18 | 54.4 | 0.0 | 50.2 | 2.8 | 4.6 | 7.5 | 0.9 | 3.2 | 0.5 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 7.7 |
| 2015-16 | OKC | 80 | 25:11 | 61.3 | 58.2 | 2.7 | 3.9 | 6.7 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 8.0 | |
| 2016-17 | OKC | 80 | 30:44 | 57.1 | 0.0 | 61.1 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 7.7 | 1.1 | 2.4 | 1.1 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 11.3 |
| 2017-18 | OKC | 76 | 32:43 | 62.9 | 0.0 | 55.9 | 5.1 | 4.0 | 9.0 | 1.2 | 2.8 | 1.2 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 13.9 |
| 2018-19 | OKC | 80 | 33:22 | 59.5 | 0.0 | 50.0 | 4.9 | 4.6 | 9.5 | 1.6 | 2.6 | 1.5 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 13.9 |
| 2019-20 | OKC | 63 | 26:40 | 59.2 | 33.3 | 58.2 | 3.3 | 6.0 | 9.3 | 2.3 | 1.9 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 10.9 |
| 2020-21 | NO | 58 | 27:40 | 61.4 | 0.0 | 44.4 | 3.7 | 5.2 | 8.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 7.6 |
| 2021-22 | MEM | 76 | 26:18 | 54.7 | 0.0 | 54.3 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 10.0 | 3.4 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 6.9 |
| 2022-23 | MEM | 42 | 26:59 | 59.7 | 0.0 | 36.4 | 5.1 | 6.5 | 11.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 1.9 | 1.1 | 8.6 |
| 2024-25 | NEW | 58 | 13:41 | 54.5 | 0.0 | 46.2 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 5.6 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 3.9 |
| 2025-26 | NEW | 27 | 22:20 | 49.6 | 60.9 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 8.6 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 6.1 | |
How to read statistics? MJ = matches played; Min = Minute; Shots = Shots Successful / Shots Attempted; 3 points = 3 points / attempt 3 points; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def=defensive jump; Tot = Total number of jumps; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal mistakes; Int = intercepts; Bp = lost balls; Ct: Against; Points = Points.
2026-01-08 16:21:00
